MARAN ASTRONOMER (IMO 9581239)
MARAN ASTRONOMER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Greece flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,719 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 90,104. This size and type suggest it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. MARAN ASTRONOMER is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the South America East Coast, and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under one former flag and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Greece
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 241160000
- Call sign: SVBL6
- Gross tonnage: 90104
- Deadweight: 179719 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/04/2026
- Registered owner: MAGGIORE SHIPPING INC (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MARAN DRY MANAGEMENT INC (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 3°25.3′N · 119°36.9′E · Speed 10.8 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 23:23 UTC
- Destination: Beilun (CN BEI) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MARAN ASTRONOMER?
MARAN ASTRONOMER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MARAN ASTRONOMER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 179,719 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 90,104.
Which classification society manages MARAN ASTRONOMER?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MARAN ASTRONOMER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the South America East Coast, and the Mediterranean Sea. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the port-state control record for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 April 2026. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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